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We start with an initial consultation to determine your goals, preferences, tastes, and get a feel for the property. If you would like a full plan, we need a copy of your property survey to begin.  Usually, you can contact the surveyor and request a copy of the plan in AutoCAD to be emailed to us.  We then perform a full site analysis including a soil test, site measurements of existing features, and an inventory of existing plants. Views in and out of the property are considered as well as the various microclimates and soil type in placing the right plant in the right place. Drainage issues are noted as are circulation patterns. Preliminary plans are generated to illustrate various concepts and possibilities for the overall plan. Once we have finalized a concept and narrowed choices of materials, we put together the final plan and estimates.  This is just a very brief summary of the design process. 

As a design/build company, we generally take on designs in which we will be handling the bulk of the installation.   We rarely take on "design only" projects but do have many clients who like to install some of the smaller plants or perennials themselves.  We might tackle the majority of the project that requires the skilled labor and special equipment, but still leave a few areas for the weekend DIY'er to complete if desired. 



Hand-drawn/rendered plans and computer Photo-simulation - If you prefer, we offer colored drawings to help visualize the final landscape.   We can also take existing pictures and add in plants and hardscape features to help visualize the landscape as it will appear in a few years.

CAD drawings - We can also use CAD for your plan.  We can start with a base map emailed to us by the surveyor who did the recorded map or your property.  

 

Phased plans to accommodate your budget and priorities - We'll help you decide the best approach for implementing your landscape plan.  It all comes down to your priorities and budget.  
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Please fill out our client questionnaire by clicking the button below. This helps us understand your unique needs and preferences. We will use this information to personalize the design to your taste.   Questionnaire

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